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British police have detained climate activist Greta Thunberg during a pro-Palestinian protest in London, drawing international attention and renewed debate over protest policing in the UK.

The detention occurred at a demonstration held in support of hunger strikers linked to Palestine Action, a group campaigning against companies it says are connected to Israel’s defence sector. Video footage showed officers escorting Thunberg away from the protest area as police enforced restrictions on the gathering.

Police said the protest had breached conditions imposed to prevent disruption and ensure public safety. Officers cited public order powers and referenced provisions of the Terrorism Act when carrying ...

China has reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful scientific research and international cooperation in Antarctica, emphasizing that its activities on the continent are transparent, civilian in nature, and fully aligned with international rules.

In commentaries published by state-affiliated outlets, China said its Antarctic presence is dedicated to climate research, environmental monitoring, and advancing global understanding of polar ecosystems. Chinese researchers highlighted their contributions to studying ice dynamics, climate change, and biodiversity in one of the world’s most fragile regions.

China stressed that all work in Antarctica is conducted within the framework of the Antarctic Treaty System, which promotes scientific collaboration, information sharing, and ...

Australia has held an emotional commemoration for the victims of the deadly Bondi Beach attack, as hundreds gathered at the iconic Sydney location to pay tribute to those killed. The ceremony, however, was marked by tension when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was booed by some attendees.

The vigil took place at Bondi Beach, one week after the fatal shooting that shocked the nation and reignited debate over public safety and political leadership. Mourners laid flowers, observed moments of silence, and shared messages of solidarity, with banners reading “We are unbreakable.”

Albanese, who addressed the crowd briefly, urged unity and resilience, saying the ...

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has launched a legal challenge against the Nobel Foundation, accusing it of transforming the Nobel Peace Prize into a political instrument that legitimizes war and foreign intervention.

The complaint follows the foundation’s decision to award the prize to Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado. Assange argues that Machado’s political record and support for international pressure campaigns contradict the core principles of peace the award was meant to represent.

In a statement released by his legal team, Assange said the prize has “lost its moral credibility,” claiming it is increasingly used to advance Western geopolitical interests rather than genuine ...

The United States has stepped up enforcement of its sanctions regime by pursuing a third oil tanker near Venezuelan waters, according to US officials and multiple media reports. The move follows recent interceptions of vessels suspected of carrying Venezuelan crude in violation of US sanctions.

US authorities said the tanker is believed to be part of a network transporting oil to foreign buyers without authorization, often using ship-to-ship transfers and opaque ownership structures to evade detection. Naval and law enforcement assets are reportedly monitoring the vessel as it transits the Caribbean region.

Washington has tightened scrutiny of maritime traffic linked to Venezuela ...

The United States has seized a second oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, escalating enforcement of sanctions against Caracas, according to U.S. officials.

The vessel was intercepted in international waters and is suspected of transporting Venezuelan crude in violation of U.S. sanctions. Officials said the action follows a similar seizure earlier this month, reflecting a renewed focus on disrupting illicit oil exports that help fund the Venezuelan government.

U.S. authorities allege that the tankers used complex shipping routes, ship-to-ship transfers, and opaque ownership structures to evade detection. The seizures were carried out under existing sanctions and maritime enforcement authorities, officials added.

Venezuela’s ...

The United States has conducted a series of large-scale airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria, marking one of the most significant U.S. military actions in the region in recent months.

According to U.S. officials, the strikes focused on weapons depots, command centers, and logistical hubs linked to Islamic State. The operation was carried out in response to intelligence suggesting the group was attempting to reorganize and plan attacks against regional and international targets.

The U.S. military said the strikes were conducted with precision aircraft and drones, aiming to minimize civilian casualties while degrading the group’s operational capacity. Initial assessments indicate multiple ...

European Union leaders have agreed a major new long-term financial support package for Ukraine, signalling continued backing for Kyiv as the war with Russia enters another year. The deal centres on a multi-billion-euro loan, underwritten by profits generated from frozen Russian state assets held in Europe.

At a summit in Brussels, EU leaders said the agreement would provide Ukraine with predictable funding for military support, public services and reconstruction, while avoiding the need for repeated, politically fraught negotiations. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, addressing leaders remotely, welcomed the move as “a vital signal of unity” and said it would help Ukraine plan ...

The United States has proposed offering NATO-style security guarantees to Ukraine as part of a potential peace deal with Russia, in a move allies say could mark the most significant breakthrough in negotiations since the war began.

According to US and European officials, the proposal would provide Ukraine with Article 5-like protections, committing Western powers to respond if Ukraine were attacked again. While Ukraine would not become a NATO member under the plan, the guarantees are designed to deter future Russian aggression and reassure Kyiv that any ceasefire would not simply pause the conflict.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed what allies described as “serious ...

A Hong Kong court has found prominent pro-democracy media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai guilty of multiple national security offences, delivering a verdict that critics say underscores Beijing’s tightening grip on dissent and press freedom in the semi-autonomous city. The decision follows a high-profile, months-long trial that drew global scrutiny and widespread condemnation from rights groups and foreign governments.

Lai, a British citizen and founder of the now-closed Apple Daily newspaper, was convicted of charges tied to the National Security Law imposed by Beijing in 2020. The indictments included accusations of colluding with foreign forces to destabilise state power — provisions widely criticised by international ...